just bought a coopers stout kit, what is the recommended amount of fermentables to add and what kind should i add to get a lighter bodied stout.
thank you in advance, john
new to brew
May 14, 2004
2 Replies
Add 1.5 pounds of corn sugar and 1.5 pounds of wheat malt extract, and you should be good to go. You may want to steep a few ounces of chocolate or black patent grain up to 170 degrees F before the boil to get a more authentic flavor, but it's all up to you. Good luck!
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